Uber on Friday said it would offer rides by the hour in some US cities, a feature aimed at helping Americans with essential trips during the coronavirus pandemic. The option, which is already available in a handful of cities in … Read more…

For the past few weeks, you may have noticed something new on videos from some of your favorite YouTubers. If you hovered over the timeline of certain YouTuber’s videos, you’d see the timeline was split up into sections. If you … Read more…

In the week since US auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for COVID-19 but only Ford has temporarily closed plants. The US auto industry reopened many plants last week after a … Read more…

As lonely, stir-crazy Americans wait for a coronavirus vaccine to materialize in the distant future, some might be wondering if it’s safe to hang out with friends or rope extra family members into their quarantine bunker. The answer, experts say, … Read more…

The changes are intended to ease manufacturers’ supply-chain snags, but advocacy groups say they are concerned that the changes will become permanent and that they will present problems for consumers concerned about tracking the provenance of their food. Business BEST … Read more…

One good thing that has come out of the pandemic is a dramatic drop in violent crime in the U.S. But as more people are parking their cars and staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, one area of … Read more…

Britain will look at how it can help the employees of Rolls-Royce after the engine maker said it would cut at least 9,000 jobs from its global staff of 52,000 and what options the government has to support the sector, … Read more…

ETERNAL SUMMER: Dior is betting on a pickup in European summer travel, as countries prepare to gradually reopen their borders amid signs that the coronavirus pandemic is easing. The French luxury house will begin to roll out its Dioriviera collection … Read more…

The House voted Thursday to pour an additional $ 370 billion into the Paycheck Protection Program, setting off a frenzy among thousands of small businesses and bankers to secure loans before the money runs out — again. Business BEST DEAL … Read more…

Apple is releasing a new iPhone that will be vastly cheaper than the models it rolled out last fall before the coronavirus pandemic had forced people to rethink their spending ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:

Photo Illustration by Lyne Lucien/The Daily Beast/Getty Like some defective and malevolent artificial intelligence that reflexively fires off nuclear missiles long after the world is a blasted radioactive wasteland populated by tribes of cannibal mutants and murderous scavengers, the Trump … Read more…

With people forced out of their offices and schools to avoid spreading coronavirus, there are more video calls going on than ever. However, a significant chunk of the action has gone to Zoom, and not Skype, Microsoft&#39;s product that has … Read more…

With people forced out of their offices and schools to avoid spreading coronavirus, there are more video calls going on than ever. However, a significant chunk of the action has gone to Zoom, and not Skype, Microsoft's product that has … Read more…

Early Galaxy S20 Ultra owners have complained about camera issues like a pokey autofocus on the 108MP main sensor, but it looks like relief is in sight. Samsung tells Engadget it has started the US rollout of a software update … Read more…

Early Galaxy S20 Ultra owners have complained about camera issues like a pokey autofocus on the 108MP main sensor, but it looks like relief is in sight. Samsung tells Engadget it has started the US rollout of a software update … Read more…

Netflix has expanded its cheaper mobile-only plan's reach and launched the option in the Philippines and Thailand. The streaming giant has been testing the subscription tier in emerging markets since 2018, starting with Malaysia and India. It formall… Engadget RSS … Read more…

As the country gears up for a bruising presidential election year, Twitter has finally announced that users in the U.S. will be able to report misleading content about elections. The reporting tool, which is currently used to alert the platform’s … Read more…

A report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says Democrats will be hardest-hit by the removals in a state Trump narrowly won in 2016. Black Voices – Black News, Entertainment, Style and Culture ENTERTAINMENT NEWS:

On Friday, a controversial new law took effect in Russia: The so-called “sovereign internet” law, which mandates the creation of an independent internet for Russia. CNN.com – RSS Channel – World BEST DEAL UPDATE: Click Here For Your Free No … Read more…

When Elton John was working on his new autobiography, the legendary singer, songwriter and performer pulled out diaries he had been encouraged to write during a stint in rehab. Reuters: Entertainment News BEST DEAL UPDATE:

Just over a day after Apple seeded iOS 13.1.3 and iPadOS 13.1.3 to everyone who isn’t part of Apple’s beta program, the beta crowd has received an update of its own. The third beta releases for both iOS 13.2 and … Read more…

Plus, Patriots have to gut one out in Buffalo, Daniel Jones rides again, Dwayne Haskins shows everyone how not-ready he is, Jon Gruden gets it done in Indy, and much more. Latest News BEST DEAL UPDATE:

Google and Facebook are racing to elevate quality journalism in the lead-up to the 2020 elections, but some fear the changes could have unintended consequences for news media. Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:

Anthony Gordon completed his first 15 passes, threw for 330 yards and four touchdowns in the first half alone, and No. 23 Washington State rolled past New Mexico State 58-7 ABC News: Sports BEST DEAL UPDATE:

It’s not just toilet humor. Charmin has released a new roll of toilet paper that is nearly three times the size of the company’s regular product. “Go up to one month before changing your roll,” Charmin boasts on its site, … Read more…

This year we’ve been treated to a load of vegan goodies – from vegan Easter eggs, to vegan tuna (yep, it’s a thing), there are more options than ever before for anyone who is looking for meat and animal product-free … Read more…

First-time claims for state unemployment benefits were expected to total 205,000 in the most recent week, up slightly from the 196,000 claims reported for the previous week. Economy ECONOMY NEWS UPDATE: Click today to request your free ACRX discount prescription … Read more…

Verizon Communications Inc. has launched its 5G service in parts of Minneapolis and Chicago, along with the first 5G-enabled smart phone to hit the U.S. market. Verizon said Wednesday that it has activated its 5G Ultra Wideband network in select … Read more…

General Motors Co said the last Chevrolet Cruze rolled off the assembly line Wednesday afternoon at its Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant, the first of five plants in North America to end production this year and ending U.S. production of the … Read more…

James Harden forced the Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard into taking a tough 3-point attempt late in Friday’s 121-119 win. Harden scored 35 to continue his record streak. www.espn.com – TOP SPECIAL SPORTING UPDATE:

On their first trip to Lane Stadium, the Fighting Irish maintained their College Football Playoff aspirations by routing the Hokies. Sports BEST DEAL UPDATE: EXCLUSIVE OFFER: 20% off site-wide with code FLEXOFFERS – Limited time only.